Term 1 I Monday 9 March 2020

From the Principal
Principal Ross Whelan

I know that it is at the forefront of our thinking at the College and, I’m sure, increasingly for all families.

Today Monday 9 March we brought all students together to introduce a more measured approach to good hygiene at the College.  We expect that teachers and students will be better trained and practiced as the week progresses.  Essentially it is about much greater hand washing and antiseptic cleaning of common surfaces; about taking personal responsibility for good hygiene; staying home if feeling unwell and looking out for others rather than hugging and touching.  Of course, as this virus continues to spread, the College will bring a higher level of communication and awareness to bear.

Please keep up to date with the latest information from the NSW Department for Health.  The College needs to know from you if there has been any contact with Coronavirus from your networks and email if there is a more important message to bring.

In other news on Thursday 20 February 2020 the College community held the 20th Year Thanksgiving Service.  The service was attended by students, staff - past and present, College Council and Bishop Ray Smith who had laid the original stone on 8 August 1999; the Foundation Principal, Dr Bryan Cowling and the Foundation College Chairman, Dr Geoff Huard.  We were also joined by representatives of Local Council, State and Federal Government and the service was officiated by Bishop Peter Lin of the Georges River Region.  It was a very special occasion thanking God for His goodness as well as celebrating the progress and achievements over the past 20 years and an important opportunity to look forward to future opportunities in the south west of Sydney and beyond. All staff and students received a special commemoration pin to mark the occasion and you will see them being worn throughout the year.  

Last Friday we held the College Open Day which was a great success.  Thanks to the team for such an effort to welcome 400 people to the College for tours and a glimpse of daily life.

Our sporting season is at the higher levels of performance and events and we congratulate swimmers and sportsmen and women who are continuing to reach the highest levels in their chosen sport.  Several are presented to you in this edition. 

Thank you again for your continued support of all we do here at the College, especially in this our 20th Anniversary year.

‘Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way.  The Lord be with all of you.’ 2 Thessalonians 3:16

Mr Ross Whelan
Principal
From the Deputy Principal
David Butler

This is my 8th year at the College and I have enjoyed getting to know the students and the entire Thomas Hassall Community over the years. I have been a teacher of Mathematics and held a variety of other roles at the College including Year Advisor, Head of Carmichael House, Head of Mathematics, Director of Middle Years Learning and Innovation and Deputy Head of Senior Years - Operations. I look forward to the challenge of ensuring that the College provides both a world class education and a clear representation of the importance of the gospel. I believe in the more excellent way mentioned in 1 Corinthians upon which our logo rests and I am committed to growing and nurturing excellence in Learning, Wisdom and Service in the coming years.

We are blessed to have a passionate group of teachers at Thomas Hassall: a group that is committed to high standards and ongoing improvement of their craft. To this aim, our teaching group has continued in learning together through reading and discussing together the work of educational leaders Fisher, Hattie and Frey. Teachers have been partnering up and visiting each other’s classrooms to determine the impact of the methodologies used. In my visits to classrooms and observations this year, it has been great to see the wide variety of learning experiences being undertaken by engaged students and the settled tone of the classrooms across the College. It has been particularly pleasing to see how well our new Year 7 students have settled into the rhythm of Senior School.

In addition to the learning that is occurring inside our classrooms, it is great to have the Talented Athlete Programs underway before and after school with Basketball, Football, Dance and Athletics now in full swing. Congratulations to the students who recently represented the College at the NASSA Swimming Championships and the NASSA Tennis Gala day. They represented our College admirably and displayed wonderful sportsmanship throughout. The College Study Centre is up and running for the year and many students are availing themselves of the free tutoring Monday through Thursday each week from some of our most talented alumni. The rehearsals for the College Musical Peter Pan are well underway and are sure to produce a fantastic show. There are so many wonderful opportunities to get involved for our students and many are doing just that.

It has been great to have some high quality excursions already take place like the Year 12 PDHPE excursion to the Trauma department in Liverpool Hospital to study injury prevention for young people and to assist them in adopting behaviours that minimise risk. CBA also came to visit our Year 9 Commerce students to offer some financial expertise and advice on navigating the years ahead sensibly.

Our Year 11 Student Mentors are commended on their presentation of the College Wellbeing Program in Year 7 PC groups recently. They have been willing to share their wisdom with the youngest members of Senior School and have been relating well from all reports. It was also very pleasing this week to receive some commendations for the behaviour of our Year 11 TAFE students who leave the College to go out and study at various institutions. A member of a local business made a point of calling the College to explain how courteous and responsible our students were in a recent interaction.

With the excitement of camps and College closures due to flooding behind us, it has been nice to experience a full week and experience a steady week of lessons. I look forward to seeing many of you at the Year 7 and 12 parent Teacher night on March 4th and commend to you the Information sessions running at 6pm on this evening on ‘Supporting your children through the HSC’ for Year 12 parents and ‘Making a Successful Start to the Secondary Years’ for Year 7 parents.

Mr David Butler
Deputy Principal - Senior School Learning
From the Assistant Chaplain
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As a dad of two young girls under the age of 2 I have never been so exhausted. The endless amount of washing, changing dirty nappies, cleaning, cooking, let alone all the tantrums that a 2-year-old would throw; yet I would not swap it for the world.

From the moment I found out that my wife and I were expecting our first child I was filled was so much love. Holding my girls in my arms for the first time brought tears to my eyes. I love my girls, not because they have done anything special for me, I love them because they are mine.

Having kids of my own has helped me gain a greater insight of God’s love for us. The Bible is very clear that God loves everyone. In Romans it goes on to describe God as our loving Father.

14 For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God. 15 The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship. And by him we cry, “Abba, Father.” 16 The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children.  Romans 8:14-16

In this passage Paul, the author, outlines who we are in Gods eyes. Here he states that our relationship with God is not like a slave to their master, one of fear, rather, our relationship with God is similar to one between a Father and child. Here is a beautiful picture of our amazing and intimate relationship with God. Here we see God as our loving Father.

The phrase “by him we cry, “Abba, Father” is the image of an infant’s first cry to their dad. It is the Hebrew equivalent to our English first sounds ‘Dadda’. What a beautiful image of the intimate relationship we have with our God, a God who we can cry to in utter dependence, and a God who listens.

Just like my love for my girls, God doesn’t love you because you have done anything special, He doesn’t love you because you go to church or help old ladies across the road, He loves you because you are His and there is nothing you can do to stop God loving you.

 

Mr Matthew Richards
Assistant Chaplain
Term 1 Important Dates
Wed - Fri  11 - 13 March 2020 Year 6 Canberra Camp
Monday 23 March 2020 Senior School Cross Country Carnival
Thursday 26 March 2020 Years P-6 PT Night
Monday 30 March 2020 Years 9 & 11 PT Night
Tuesday 31 March 2020 Years P-6 PT Night
Monday  6 April 2020 Years 8 & 10 PT Night
Tuesday 7 April 2020 Junior School Easter Hat Parade
Thursday 9 April 2020 Last Day of Term 1 

 
A New Baby Girl

Congratulations to Kent and Ashlee Weir, who welcomed their little girl Daisy Maya on Monday 2 March 2020.

We are thrilled with this news and praise God for the safe arrival of precious little Daisy.  Her 2 big sisters are especially thrilled.  We wish their family many blessings now and always.

"Praise God from whom all blessings flow."

 
Parent Prayer Meeting

A group meet together once a week in order to pray for our school community.

The prayer meeting will be held every Tuesday from 8.20 - 8.50am in Cafe MRK.

All parents and carers are welcome to attend! For further information please contact Matthew Richards: [email protected]

We look forward to seeing you there.

Mr Matthew Richards
Assistant Chaplain - Junior School
Parent Community Network

The Parent Community Network is supported by the Marketing & Community Relations staff. A termly meeting will be held at the College in order to get to know each other, discuss upcoming activities and plan ahead.

Parents, carers or grandparents of current students join our Parent Community Network with the key objective to work in teams to help foster friendships and support amongst our families. The Parent Community Network aim to: 

  • Welcome new parents to the College 
  • Encourage participation to parents of your Year Group 
  • Support the College with running events such as the Mother’s Day stall and Year 6 Dinner 
  • Give feedback and make suggestions on matters relating to the College 
  • Facilitate social gatherings

 If you are interested in joining the Parent Community Network, please visit our website to fill in an application form: www.thac.nsw.edu.au

 The safety of our students is a priority, so please note that it is a requirement that all volunteers complete the online Working with Children Check and submit their approval number to the College for verification.

Our Term One meeting will be held on Tuesday 17 March from 8.30-9.30am or 5-6pm in Cafe MRK. This will include an induction for the Parent Community Network. Please sign up for the event here.

We look forward to you joining us.

Mrs Sarah Wickman
Marketing and Community Relations Assistant
Cafe MRK Breakfast Welcomes All Parents

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Come along to Cafe MRK on Thursday and Friday for a tasty breakfast and coffee.

We are open from 7.30 - 10.30am
 
College App

Ensure you do not miss out on important information and download the app.

Search for Thomas Hassall Anglican College in the App Store or Google Play Store.

 

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Peter Pan Musical

Our musicals are a wonderful opportunity to showcase the talents of our students at the College and is a great evening out. There are several shows running in May that you can come along to.

Tickets for the sessions will be on sale soon. 
 

 
Motiv8sports Holiday Program

Held only once each year, Super Camp is a sports festival designed just for kids. Way more than a sports dreamland, Super Camp is an energetic mix of sport, music, street culture, art and dance mashed up to create the ultimate atmosphere for kids who love having fun. Campers will be treated to an incredible array of our trademark team sports in an environment full of energy, motiv8tion and unbelievable guidance from our professional team of coaches.

Motiv8sports camps are designed for all abilities and focus on the energy and effort rather than a child’s sporting ability. Children attending Motiv8sports Super Camp learn about sport, teamwork and sportsmanship in an environment fueled by incredible leadership and constant motivation. Operating for over 17-years Motiv8sports campers keep coming back because no one knows how to entertain like Motiv8sports.

All camps are 8:30am – 3:30pm daily non-sleep over events.


To find out more and for bookings, please visit bit.ly/THACmotiv8

Motiv8sports are a Creative Kids approved provider. If you haven’t used your 2020 voucher simply select the Creative Kids ticket option and enter your voucher number to redeem the $100 credit.
5 day School Holiday Camp - 20 - 24 April 2020

Date:   Monday 20 - Friday 24 April 2020

Time:  8.30am - 2.30pm

The College is excited to announce that we are opening the 5 day – School Holiday Football Camp to students at Thomas Hassall Anglican College, their friends and family.

The camp will run in the second week of the holidays, from 20 – 24 April and students from Thomas Hassall can invite their friends along to join in the fun!

Students will be involved in activities that develop skills and promote understanding of the game.  The daily training will be designed to improve the skill level of each individual. 

Our Football Director, Mr Sonny Makko will be leading the program and it is offered to boys and girls in Kindergarten to Year 9.

Places are limited, so get in quick!! Download the flyer here or book online here.

For more details please contact Mrs Evans [email protected]

Mrs Sharon Evans
P-6 Sports Coordinator 

 

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Positive Parenting

Research shows that one of the most important protective factors in the lives of young people is a close relationship with a supportive adult. With the mental health of today’s young people being at an all-time low, it is simply not enough to parent effectively. Parents need to familiarise themselves with practical skills, knowledge and strategies when it comes to raising children.

Many parents today are over-protective, resulting in children being less independent, unable to problem-solve or self-regulate. Parents are failing to set clear boundaries, which is, unfortunately, making kids feeling less secure. There is too much pressure on kids today. Parents fill their days with too many activities in an effort to avoid their child’s boredom.

In this edition of SchoolTV, parents will learn what is the best approach for primary and secondary school-aged children.

We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this edition of SchoolTV and we always welcome your feedback. If you have any concerns about your child, please contact the school counsellor for further information or seek medical or professional help.

Here is the link to the Positive Parenting edition of SchoolTV

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News from the Senior IRC

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Make sure you check out this great new series!

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Anime in the IRC!

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Lots of great new reads in the IRC!

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Lots and lots of great new books!

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Great new novels in the IRC!

Come to the IRC Friday lunchtimes and see Howls Moving Castle!

Anime has arrived in the IRC! The IRC will be showing Japanese anime movies up on the big screen. The first movie being shown will be ‘Howl’s Moving Castle’ directed by Hayao Miyazaki. The movie will be shown over consequent Fridays till finished.  Many more great anime movies are planned for 2020. Please speak to Mrs Comiskey for more information.

Manga fans wanted!
Love Japanese Manga? Know of a great manga series that your friends would love? Would you like to help the Library increase its manga collection?
If you answered yes to all three questions then you are just the person the IRC is looking for.
Manga novels are the biggest hit in the Library in 2020, and now the Library needs your help to increase the collection!
Students will have the opportunity to browse and select manga titles for the Library collection. 
For more information please speak to the Library Staff. 

Library opening hours and borrowing guidelines
The Senior IRC is open from 7.15am to 3.00pm Monday to Friday.
The IRC is open at lunchtime every day and at recess every day but Tuesday.
Students in Years 7 to 11 can borrow up to two fiction and two non-fiction resources at one time. Each resource has a loan time limit of two weeks.
Students can renew loans after these two weeks if required. Resources can also be reserved. 
Students who don’t return their loans with the time period will receive an overdue notice. 

Overdue notices
Overdue notices will be sent out this week.  If any students require a printed list of their loans please speak to Mrs Comiskey or Mr Smith.
Students who do not return their books after receiving their third notice, as well as an email, will be invoiced for a replacement copy.
All invoices will still stand if books are returned after this final date.
There are still many students in Years 8 to 11 who have textbooks from 2019. These books need to be returned to the IRC as soon as possible. Students who do not return their books will receive an invoice for a replacement copy.
If you have any problems or questions regarding overdue books please speak to Mrs Comiskey or Mr Smith who will be happy to help.

What’s new on the shelf?
‘When fairy tales are more than just stories…’
'The School for Good and Evil' – Soman Chainani
“Every four years, two girls are kidnapped from the village of Gavaldon. Legend has it these lost children are sent to the School for Good and Evil, the fabled institution where they become fairytale heroes or villains.
With her glass slippers and devotion to good deeds, Sophie knows she'll join the ranks of past students like Cinderella, Rapunzel, and Snow White at the School for Good. Meanwhile, Agatha, with her shapeless black dresses and wicked black cat, seems a natural fit for the villains in the School for Evil.
But the two girls soon find their fortunes reversed – Sophie's dumped in the School for Evil to take Uglification, Death Curses and Henchmen Training, while Agatha finds herself in the School for Good, thrust among handsome princes and fair maidens for classes in Princess Etiquette and Animal Communication.
But what if the mistake is actually the first clue to discovering who Sophie and Agatha really are?”

‘The School for Good and Evil’ by author Soman Chainani is a magically enchanting book in which fairy tales quite literally come to life. This first novel in a brand new series tells the story of two friends Sophie and Agatha who find themselves in a strange but wonderful school that trains and helps educate fairy tale characters. The author has created a fascinating and unique fantasy world filled with lots of traditional and not so traditional fairy tale characters. This is a fun novel that will have readers enthralled from the very first page. The novel tells a moving and emotional story of friendship, of how to distinguish the real difference between good and evil, and how our choices do matter and do influence our lives. Beautifully written, sometimes hilarious, sometimes suspenseful, sometimes heart wrenching and shocking, ‘The School for Good and evil’ is a wonderful series starter that will be hit with any readers who enjoyed the Harry Potter books. Suitable for Years 7 to 9.

Mrs Annette Comiskey & Mr Michael Smith
Senior IRC Library Team
Starting Smart

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The aim of the day was for them to find out about earning and spending money.

Through talks, games and discussion sessions the students learned about their rights as workers, where to find about minimum pay and conditions and how to do their taxes.

Other topics covered were how to start their own small business and options to invest their hard-earned cash. They also found out how businesses encourage them to spend more, and how to resist it!

The students really enjoyed their day.

Mrs Andrea Kemp
Coordinator of HSIE 
From the Careers Advisor

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Western Sydney Uni

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University of Wollongong provides low cost on-campus accommodation and superb modern facilities in all disciplines, as well as excellent IT support and overseas travel opportunities embedded in most degrees.  They invented early entry and are still at the cutting edge of assisting students from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities to get into university, find their niche and do their best within a caring student-friendly environment.

University of Sydney are solving problems associated with their huge numbers – over 70,000 students - by using small groups and linking tuition to community support more. Their aim is to inspire and connect students with fascinating research, overseas travel and local societal practical activity, which provides motivation to power through a rich choice of subject / elective offerings.  There are over 260 student clubs and societies in this, our oldest university – and so there is ample opportunity for students to pursue and develop interests as well as experience a real sense of belonging in this amazing tertiary environment that is rated in the top 10 of world universities.

Western Sydney University has many impressive campuses in the west of Sydney and is opening a new campus at Bankstown in a few years.  All of these campuses provide excellent facilities focused on IT connectivity and small group learning.         They are just developing the Alpha system, which will be mobile phone delivered and leads students through a precise reflection of their strengths and then connects them with activities and opportunities that successful students are engaged in so as to inspire and support their achievement. It has four pillars of support: vitality, relationship, productivity and sustainability.  It may well be made available to senior secondary students in the future.  Western Sydney is also developing new hybrid degrees especially in medical science, which should link in well to the new jobs of the future.  The philosophy behind these also has four pillars of experimentation: Future Thinkers, Global Citizens, Sustainability Advocates and Innovative Entrepreneurs.  These areas all have deep implications for the way schools need to develop their curriculum priorities in the future.

Later in the semester, reps from Macquarie and Sydney Universities will be visiting the College to share with senior students insights to current offerings.

All students and their parents are encouraged to join Job Jump, which is a one-stop web site that communicates in very clear terms the latest Career search opportunities as well as training options and information on how to access them.  Their ATAR link with training providers is especially useful.  To join Job Jump, just go to their web site and follow the prompts using our College password tom.  There is a button each for students, parents and staff.  It is well worth the time to explore this valuable resource!  https://www.jobjump.com.au/.

Mr Jim Ward
Careers Advisor 

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Wilberforce are on their way

The House Basketball Finals were eagerly anticipated, with a roaring crowd in the Rawdon 'Rawdy' Middleton Physical Education Centre cheering on Wilberforce to beat Carmichael. While the crowd was clearly in favour of Wilberforce, luck was not. 3 point shot after 3 point shot from Carmichael went through the net. 

The only logical explanation is that someone from Slytherin - sorry – Carmichael, cast a levitation charm over the ball, with Rita Skeeter from the Daily Prophet reporting whispers of a Wingardium Leviosa charm – but at this point no rumours can be confirmed.

A devastating 1 point loss for Wilberforce saw Slytherin win the Basketball and on track to retain the house cup.

But as the old saying goes – it is not over till the fat lady sings. Wilberforce put in a super effort in the pool and won the swimming carnival, retaking the lead in the house cup.

Shout out to Wilberforce VC Brianna who does a great job leading the house and puts in stellar effort in the pool every year.

With scores now standing at Wilberforce – 1100, Carmichael – 1000, Lewis – 500, and Liddell 400, the tension is rising.

We look forward to some good competition ahead, and we wait with anticipation till Mr Williams sings at the end of Term 3.

Mr Nicholas Lindeback
House Patron
P.A.R.T.Y Program

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It is designed for senior high school students. The goal of the program is to provide young people with information about trauma injury that will enable them to recognise potential injury producing situations, particularly related to alcohol and risk taking, help make prevention orientated choices and to adopt behaviours that minimise unnecessary risk.

The students spent the day with various trauma services at Liverpool Hospital. They had the opportunity to meet with ED doctors and nurses, ICU nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, allied health professionals, trauma nurses and patients. Students were confronted with real life examples, simulated clinical scenarios and were exposed to the journey of a trauma patient. In addition, they learnt about the various types of trauma injuries, rehabilitation and equipment used while in trauma care. The highlight of the excursion was hearing from a young man who was involved in a car crash that was preventable. He was able to powerfully convey the horrendous impact the trauma has had and continues to have on his life.

A big thank you to Mrs Nevenka Francis, College parent, Area Trauma Clinical Nurse Consultant and P.A.R.T.Y Program Coordinator at Liverpool Hospital who conducted and organised the program on the day. The program was professionally run, well organised and no doubt will deeply impact the futures decisions and safety of our Year 12 students.

Some of the reflections from Year 12 students can be read below.

Mr Kent Weir
PDHPE Coordinator

Year 12 Student Reflections

“I had absolutely no idea about the impact of the risks we as young people take> this excursion was really confronting as you could see the extent to which rash decisions can impact not just our lives, but the lives of people around us. By seeing and hearing the confronting stories throughout the day, it undoubtedly put things in perspective for me. I definitely left the excursion a wiser and more educated individual who was reminded of the importance of making smart decisions and being safe”.

“The P.A.R.T.Y program not only thoroughly informed me about the dangers of risk taking and how this could affect my life and the people around me as a result of a split second decision. People who make these decisions are not bad people they just make a rash choice in the spur of the moment. I also have a great appreciation to all the people in the emergency services who treat and see these young people come in to the hospital in these critical conditions.”

“The PARTY program will certainly change my life and the decisions I make. It really put things into perspective, showing me how one bad choice can change my life. I highly recommend this excursion to anyone as it is a great learning experience that may benefit someone one day”.

 

2020 Talented Athletes Programs and Development Programs

This year sees more programs added to our morning and afternoon Talented Athlete Program.

In addition to our afternoon Basketball Development programs, this week we commenced a new Years 6 – 12 Advanced Pathway Basketball program, targeting our Basketball representative players. If you are interested in joining the APP Basketball Program please complete the online registration form. We will have another enrollment session at the end of Term One.

In Dance we introduced 3 more Dance classes, including Classical Ballet for students in Kinder – Year 6.

Our Sport Speed program for Year 3 - 12 has expanded into Sport Conditioning, targeting fitness, conditioning, and strength training for our representative students.  Places are still available in this program.

The additional programs complement the existing Football (soccer), Basketball, Dance and Sport Speed programs which were popular last year.

The overall daily schedule is found on the book page.

To find out more information, read the individual brochures below:
Dance
Sport Speed
Basketball
Football Seniors
Football Juniors

How to book:
Enrolment applications must be completed online using the Thomas Hassall website.  The booking link is found on the Events booking page.
If you have any enquiries regarding the programs please email: [email protected]

Mrs S Evans
P-6 Sport Coordinator
Talented Athletes Program Coordinator
NASSA Tennis Open Gala Day

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It was a beautiful sunny day with perfect playing conditions, and all our students did a great job playing with good sportsmanship along with strong team support.

The boys team progressed through to the semi-finals and finished in 4th Place in a nail-biting finish against Wollondilly Anglican College.

Well done to all the students who competed in the event, it was a great day of tennis!
 
NASSA Senior Swimming Championships

It was exciting to see each athlete competing with pride and sportsmanship.

Our swim team set three new NASSA records on the evening. These impressive performances came from the Junior Relays. The team of Cooper S, Travis S, Jai V and Matthew V beat the previous record for the 4 x 50m Freestyle Relay by two seconds and the 4 x 50m Medley Relay by an incredible six seconds. Mathew also went on to set a new record for the 14 Years 50m Breaststroke. Well done on some outstanding performances!

One of the highlights of the carnival was the Boys 6 x 50m 12 – 18 years Freestyle Relay. Our all age team had a tie for third place early in the evening and had to have a swim off to qualify for AICES. The students showed a great sense of tenacity to come back from behind in the swim off to qualify by point one of a second.

We wish the following students good luck as they represent Thomas Hassall Anglican College and NASSA at the AICES Championships on Tuesday 26 March 2019:

 Mia T Mathew V
Cooper S Evan B
Jai V Brianna A
Travis S Luka K
Calan N Jayden S

 

Mr Michael Fox
Senior School Sports Coordinator
Michael Ruhs - NSW CIS Blues Award

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Michael receives NSWCIS Blues Award

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Michael on Netherlands Camp

A Stunning Outcome!

Congratulations to Michael Ruhs who was recently awarded a CIS Blues Award at the CIS Sports Awards celebrating achievements in 2019. Michael’s team (NSW’s) was awarded the Secondary Team of the Year Award, recognising their performance at the NSWs All Schools Championships. In addition,  Michael has continued with the sporting success that he enjoyed in 2019 when he was called up to the Young Socceroos, Under 20 side to play in an international youth competition in the Netherlands.  Michael performed extremely well with some encouraging words from Head Coach, Gary Van Egmond.

Michael had a great time getting valuable experience. He played alongside former Thomas Hassall student Adrian Neoklis, currently playing in Spain. It is so good seeing two boys playing side by side for their country.

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Why not join the Wildfires Basketball Competition?

The winter season will be played at Thomas Hassall Anglican College. The season (including trial weeks) will be 16 weeks in length. Season runs until August. 

DAY AND DATES OF COMPETITION: 
The competition will be played on Friday evenings & all day Saturday’s. Generally there will be no games during School holidays. The first 1 to 2 weeks will act as trial games to finalise teams with the competition proper commencing after the trial games. 

Click the link for more details www.hoopsters.com.au